One piece of information you should definitely know before starting a garden is the difference between annual, perennial and biennial plants. Though basic, this information will help you understand what plants to put where.

Houseplants are especially susceptible to environmental factors like sunlight, temperature and how much water they receive. In fact, even such minor details as the type of water being used can affect your plants’ health. Here’s how to figure out what water to use for the greenery in your home:

Care packages are such an amazing idea. If you have a teenager heading off to college in the fall, use these tips to put together a combined bouquet and care package gift that you can send to him or her.